Nondisp seg fx shaft of l femur, init for opn fx type I/2

This code signifies a break in the middle section of the left thigh bone that has not shifted out of alignment, and the fracture line itself is in multiple pieces. It specifically indicates that the skin and soft tissue surrounding the fracture were compromised, but the wound was relatively clean and small, or the bone protrusion was minimal.

Apply this code for the initial treatment of a patient presenting with a left femoral shaft fracture where imaging confirms a segmental pattern and no displacement. This is appropriate when the injury involves an open wound classified as Gustilo-Anderson Type I or II, requiring immediate medical attention and management.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "segmental" and "nondisplaced" for the femoral shaft fracture.
• Verify the laterality is "left" and the encounter is the "initial" treatment for the injury.
• Confirm the open fracture type (Gustilo-Anderson I or II) is explicitly stated or clearly implied by the wound description.